Nepal concluded its elections for 753 heads of local governments in 2022. The unprecedented success of independent candidates over elite politicians in some key cities of Nepal can be seen as a major takeaway of this election. This paper reflects on the outcomes of the elections and explores prospects for a broader democratization process in the country. It asserts that building and fostering a coalition culture is becoming increasingly necessary and a key instrument for the consolidation of democracy in Nepal at both macro and micro level.